"Apprentice programs offer vocational career paths into engineering and manufacturing, providing jobs for local communities and career progression for incumbent employees. We are pleased to recognize Ford as they continue to develop their apprenticeship schemes around the UK," said Simon Waugh, National Apprenticeship Service chairman.
Among the facilities currently accepting apprentices, we could mention Ford's Bridgend Engine Plant, Ford Dagenham Engine Plant, Ford Southampton Assembly Plant and the Ford Dunton Technical Center, all supporting over 100 employees currently in training. All age groups are accepted, and even unskilled personal can receive help on the way to developing core skills. Of the skills taught, Mechanical / Electrical, Prototype Mechanic, Toolmaker and Model Maker are proving the most popular.
"I am delighted that our training programs have been recognized by the National Apprenticeship Service. Ford courses run for four years and prepare people to undertake key roles within the company. In addition, they may also complete their program with a foundation degree funded by Ford, with an opportunity to progress on to a degree in engineering,” explains Julie Bellinger, apprenticeship services manager.
Last year, Ford received over 130 applications for just 16 vacancies. Government funding has assisted the recent development of Ford's apprenticeship program and has helped support the continuation of basic skills training at Ford.
Here is an overview of Ford’s current program duration:
- 4 Year program
- 2 Years Classroom and Workshop based at the Center for Engineering and manufacturing Excellence at Dagenham
- 2 Years Located at one of our Product Development or Manufacturing facilities
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